What Should I Do for a Burn Victim?

Burn injuries are serious business, but you can make a difference to someone who has suffered an injury. These tips are provided to help you.

For All Burn Injuries

• Scene safety for anyone trying to rescue or treat a victim
• STOP the burning process
• Call 911 for help and provide CPR if necessary
• Remove all jewelry, clothing and diapers 
• Wrap in a warm blanket

Types of Burns

There are many types of burns: thermal, chemical, inhalation, electrical and frostbite.

• Thermal burns are caused by flame, steam, hot liquids or a hot surface.
• Chemical burns may be caused by acids or bases often found in household cleaning agents.
• Inhalation burns are caused by super heated air or smoke and products of combustion.
• Electrical burns are often caused by bad electrical plugs, faulty electrical wiring and lightning.
• Frostbite burns are caused by freezing of tissues by environmental exposure.